四、阅读短文，在文中空白处填入1个适当的单词，或用括号内所给单词的正确形式填空。
We have always been interested in the moon. Two thousand years ago, people already knew it (move) around the earth and where it is in the sky at different times of the month.
When scientists could use telescopes (study) the moon more closely, their ideas began to change. They could see the moon (make) of rocks. Most scientists thought moon rocks would be different from those on the earth. This was they believed the moon had once been a planet that had been caught in earth’s gravity millions of years earlier.
In 1969, moon rocks were (final) brought to the earth and studied. Much to their (surprising), scientists found that, except for water, the moon and the earth were made of the same things. Once again new (idea) were needed for this new information.
years of study, most scientists now think that the moon was once part of the earth. They believe maybe 4 billion years ago, something about the size of Mars hit the earth. This sent billions of rocks into space around our planet. These rocks slowly (join) together and after many years became the moon.
In the future, even though our ideas about the moon may change again, we will still be interested in it.
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四、1. moves 2. to study 3. is made 4. because 5. the 6. finally 7. surprise 8. ideas 9. After 10. joined

五、阅读理解。(2025·江苏苏州立达中学校调研)
Ne Zha 2, an animated(动画的) movie based on old Chinese stories, has become popular since it came out on January 29, 2025. With the support from fans in China and abroad, Ne Zha 2—one of China’s most successful movies—is now one of the world’s top - earning animated films ever.
Ne Zha 2 isn’t just a beautiful movie with exciting fights and magical animals. It also mixes ideas from Chinese philosophy(哲学) like Buddhism and Daoism. This special mix of traditional Chinese culture makes it different from other hero movies in the East or West. The film talks about deep cultural and life questions, using modern animation technologies to show Chinese history and values in a way few movies do.
One key theme in Ne Zha 2 is how it explores the good and the bad. The movie shows they aren’t fixed but depend on people’s choices. Ne Zha, born from a “Demon Pill”, is first seen as bad, but he chooses to do good things. This shows that even people who are misunderstood can be heroes. Ao Bing, the dragon prince, also fights against his destiny(命运) and makes good choices in the end. The film conveys(传达) that your action—not your destiny—shapes who you are.
Ne Zha’s story connects with people everywhere. His journey to find himself makes audiences think about their own lives. A professor says the movie’s ideas match modern problems：It questions old rules and power, shows family love and friendship, and talks about finding who you are. It’s like “chicken soup for the soul” in hard times.
()1. What makes Ne Zha 2 a special hero movie?
A. It has no fighting scenes.
B. It talks about deep questions in life.
C. It uses the latest animation technologies.
D. It includes rich traditional Chinese thoughts.
()2. According to the movie, what decides whether a person is good or bad?
A. His/Her family rules.
B. His/Her life experiences.
C. His/Her birth and destiny.
D. His/Her choices and action.
()3. Why does Ne Zha’s story connect with people worldwide?
A. Because it shows traditional Chinese values.
B. Because it encourages people to be confident.
C. Because it provides emotional support in hard times.
D. Because it is based on well - known old Chinese stories.
()4. In which part of a newspaper can you probably read the text?
A. Culture.
B. Science.
C. History.
D. Travel.

五、1. D 【点拨】根据“It also mixes ideas from Chinese philosophy(哲学) like Buddhism and Daoism. This special mix of traditional Chinese culture makes it different from other hero movies in the East or West.”可知，这部电影之所以特别，是因为它包含了丰富的中国传统思想。故选 D。
2. D 【点拨】根据“One key theme in Ne Zha 2 is how it explores the good and the bad. The movie shows they aren't fixed but depend on people's choices.”以及“The film conveys(传达) that your action—not your destiny—shapes who you are.”可知，这部电影认为一个人的好坏取决于其选择和行动。故选 D。
3. C 【点拨】根据“Ne Zha's story connects with people everywhere. His journey to find himself makes audiences think about their own lives.”以及“It questions old rules and power, shows family love and friendship, and talks about finding who you are. It's like 'chicken soup for the soul' in hard times.”可知，哪吒的故事之所以能引起全球观众的共鸣，是因为它能在人们处于困难时期提供情感支持。故选 C。
4. A 【点拨】通读全文可知，文章主要讨论了一部电影的文化价值和主题，适合放在报纸的“文化”版块。故选 A。